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Pharmacist explains how paracetamol and ibuprofen work Ibuprofen is an over-the-counter painkiller that can be taken for a host of complaints, including back pain, period pain, toothache. It also treats inflammation such as strains and sprains, and pain from arthritis. Taking ibuprofen is safe for most people but taking too much can cause serious side

Sleep: Study shows how the moon phases affect your cycle Sleep plays an essential role when it comes to maintaining good health and wellbeing throughout your life. Getting enough sleep affects an array of issues, and getting enough of it at the right times can help protect your mental health, physical health and quality of

Holly Willoughby cries following emotional This Morning segment Snuggled next to little Chester, six, Holly poses for photo while reading the book Conker the Chameleon – a book her dear friend has published, one who she shares a lot in common with. Having gone to the same school and having lived together, Holly and her

Osteoarthritis: Elaine reveals her experience of the condition “A joint is a part of the body where two or more bones meet,” added Versus Arthritis. In the hip joint, for example, the top of the thigh bone fits into the socket of the pelvis. Bones in a joint are covered by smooth, but tough, cartilage

Statins: How the drug prevents heart attacks and strokes A heart attack is a serious medical emergency whereby the supply of blood to the heart is suddenly blocked, usually by a blood clot. Due to its location, chest pain is regarded as the hallmark symptom of a heart attack. As GP and lifestyle medicine physician

Coronavirus patient begs to see his wife from hospital bed Despite the UK’s ongoing vaccine rollout, coronavirus continues to reach grim milestones. The number of coronavirus patients on mechanical ventilation in the UK has passed 4,000 for the first time in the pandemic – government data shows that a total of 4,076 Covid patients were

High blood pressure: Lifestyle changes to reduce reading High blood pressure is a common condition whereby the force of blood pushing against your artery walls is consistently too high. This pressure has grave knock-on effects, not least raising the risk of heart disease. The lack of symptoms that can alert you to this harmful process

Martin Daubney suggests a ‘vegan tax’ as they ‘live longer’ GP Dr Tim Lebens highlighted how you can extend your lifespan by making a few, simple tweaks to your diet. First, Lebens addressed the obesity crisis here in the UK – giving tips on how you can shed the excess weight. “Obesity [is] responsible for

Jeremy Vine: Dr Sarah says new Covid strain ‘game changer’ Covid cases continue to rise in the UK, and more than 80,000 people have died from the deadly virus. A sharp rise in cases was largely attributed to a new strain of coronavirus, which is more transmissible. The mutation was first spotted in the south-east

Hair loss: Dr Ranj discusses causes of male pattern baldness Fighting hair loss is like a lone soldier charging against an invading army: opposition is futile against the forces bearing down. There are many factors, both environmental and genetic, that conspire to cause hair loss. However, research has found certain ingredients block the mechanisms that

Coronavirus: Expert warns of five week wait for death rate to fall PM Boris Johnson called a press conference last night to update the public on the ongoing vaccination campaign, which will be supported by the army. While the news is welcomed, it will provide little comfort for frontline workers, who are currently over overwhelmed

NHS chief discusses reality of coronavirus hospital patient figures Britons are now under the third lockdown in less than a year due to rising coronavirus cases and concern for pressures on the NHS. Schools, colleges and universities are having to teach online, while non-essential shops have been closed. No end date has been given for

Loose Women: Dr Hilary discusses how to live longer WE ALL know someone who waltzed into their 60s looking 10 years younger, or someone who turned 50 looking weathered, exhausted, and a decade older than the candles on their birthday cake would suggest. The latest results in the biology of ageing show us this difference

Rebel Wilson discusses her decision to lose weight in 2020 Weight loss requires determination and willpower but it isn’t rocket science. There are a few things that will help those extra pounds fall off in no time. Express.co.uk chatted to senior GP and UK medical director at Liva Healthcare Dr Roger Henderson to find out how you

Frankie Foster advises followers not to take diet supplements With the start of a new year ahead of us all so the promise of a ‘new you’ beckons. Weight loss and New Year resolutions are often synonymous but with so many promising to be the holy grail of weight loss wonder how can you really

AstraZeneca vaccine provides 'hope' says Jacqui Smith The Oxford/AstraZeneca vaccine has officially been approved for use in the UK. Health Secretary Matt Hancock revealed the coronavirus vaccine will be rolled out starting from January 4. The UK has ordered 100 million doses of this vaccine, which is enough to vaccinate 50 million people. Express.co.uk has

Loose Women: Dr Hilary discusses how to live longer The health benefits associated with regular exercise are fairly established but research continues to build on our foundational knowledge. Encouragingly, even straight-forward, relatively low-intensity exercise yields considerable benefit. Namely, walking has been associated with a host of health benefits that can contribute to longevity. Evidence suggests

Diabetes type 2: Dr Zoe Williams discusses high blood sugar risks Type 2 diabetes is a chronic condition characterised by unstable blood sugar levels. We get blood sugar from the food we eat and it supplies our body with energy. However – the substance must be kept within a healthy range – if it is

The Beatles: Paul McCartney says John Lennon split the group With advances in mental health support, there are more options nowadays than when The Beatles were at the height of their success in the 1960s. Sir Paul McCartney said the group would “hide” from their troubles. The 78-year-old Liverpudlian admitted the Big Four – George

NHS explain the best ways to treat back pain Back pain can strike at any moment and can negatively affect a person’s life. Experts believe negative emotions could affect lower back pain and hypothesise meditation being a better remedy than painkillers. How? According to Bupa, emotional factors that can increase the risk of a person’s